CITY OF BAKERSFIELD PROJECT PROFILE
The City of Bakersfield’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC) plays a vital role in monitoring roadway conditions, managing real-time traffic activity, and supporting coordinated incident response. To enhance its operational efficiency, the City partnered with EIDIM to modernize the TOC’s visualization and control systems. The upgraded workspace now features advanced display technology, streamlined control, and improved monitoring tools—empowering operators to maintain situational awareness, respond quickly, and support the City’s commitment to safe, efficient transportation management.
Project Description
The Traffic Operations Center (TOC) Video Wall Upgrade project aims to modernize and enhance the visual operations capabilities of the City of Bakersfield’s Technology Services Department. The project replaces the aging 2×3 50″ video wall system with a fully upgraded display solution, supported by new hardware and an enhanced Hiperwall software platform. This upgrade supports improved monitoring, faster decision-making, and a more efficient workflow inside the TOC.
The project encompasses full removal of the existing system, installation of new video wall displays, system programming, testing, commissioning, user training, and documentation, ensuring the TOC is equipped with a reliable, high-performance visualization solution that aligns with current operational demands.
The Challenge
The project faced several key challenges, including the careful removal of the existing 2×3 video wall matrix to avoid damage to cabinetry, electrical components, and surrounding infrastructure, as well as required cabinetry modifications to accommodate new display sizes and mounting specifications while preserving the room’s aesthetic and functional design. Ensuring hardware and software compatibility was critical, as the upgraded video wall needed precise integration with the Hiperwall platform for seamless performance and content management. Additionally, logistics and delivery constraints—such as vendor ETA changes and the handling of large display cargo—required close coordination with facility staff. Finally, limited access windows and operational considerations created scheduling challenges, as installation and commissioning needed to occur without disrupting TOC operations, making the timeline sensitive to any vendor delays or environmental factors.
The City of Bakersfield – Traffic Operations Center (TOC) Video Wall Upgrade modernized the center’s visualization and monitoring capabilities to improve traffic management and operational efficiency. The project replaced the outdated video wall with a reliable, continuous-use display system and integrated new processing hardware, control systems, and content management software. Comprehensive programming, testing, commissioning, and staff training ensured a smooth transition. Together, these enhancements strengthen real-time monitoring, streamline operator workflow, and support more effective, informed traffic management across the city.
Technology and Solutions Used
Video Wall Display System
The existing 2×3 50″ matrix was replaced with a Liantronics Circuit-on-Board (COB) LED Wall, featuring a 1.25 mm pixel pitch, 2880 × 1080 resolution, and overall dimensions of 11.81 × 4.43 ft. This upgrade delivers exceptional clarity, brightness, and durability ideal for 24/7 TOC operations.
Additionally, remote power modules were installed to provide proper LED wall power control and safe centralized management. Updated mounting, new rack installations, conduits, electrical boxes, and structured cable pathways were implemented to ensure clean integration, proper cable management, and interference-free performance.
Hiperwall Licenses (Software Platform)
The system includes upgraded Hiperwall software licenses to support advanced content control, multi-source display, and dynamic layout customization. Installation and configuration of all required software and licenses were completed, enabling operators to efficiently manage real-time sources and maintain high situational awareness across the TOC.
Equipment Cabinet Housing
A dedicated equipment cabinet was installed as the central hub for processing, control, and power management of the TOC video wall system. It securely houses all key hardware, including the Seneca i5-10500 system PC running Hiperwall, the Seneca NM-HW-HIPERVIEW-R for enhanced rendering, the Novastar H2 processor for LED signal management, the Luxul AMS-1208P managed switch, and a Furman PL-8C power conditioner. The existing ONKYO TX-NR636 receiver was also integrated for audio continuity. This centralized, well-ventilated rack improves cable management, maintenance access, and overall system reliability.
System Integration, Programming, and Training
Vendor-supported integration and programming ensured seamless interoperability between the Liantronics LED video wall, Hiperwall software, and all backend hardware, with configurations tailored to the TOC’s monitoring workflows. Operators received comprehensive training and documentation—including system manuals, operation guides, and hands-on sessions—covering content control, daily monitoring, troubleshooting, and best practices for long-term system reliability.
Project Outcome
The TOC Video Wall Upgrade Project replaced the outdated 2×3 LCD matrix with a modern Liantronics COB LED wall (1.25mm pixel pitch, 2880×1080 resolution, 11.81×4.43 ft), delivering superior clarity, brightness, and long-term 24/7 reliability. Hiperwall software was fully integrated to enhance content management, real-time monitoring, and situational awareness.
All supporting hardware—including the Seneca system PC, Seneca rendering node, Novastar H2 processor, and Luxul AMS-1208P switch—was installed in a dedicated, well-ventilated equipment cabinet. The existing Onkyo TX-NR636 receiver was incorporated to maintain audio functionality. Infrastructure upgrades such as new power modules, racks, conduits, and data lines ensured clean, reliable pathways for the system.
Despite logistical challenges, the project was completed with full programming, testing, commissioning, and operator training. With this upgrade, the City of Bakersfield’s Traffic Operations Center now operates with a more efficient, reliable, and future-ready visualization environment that supports faster, informed decision-making.
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